The definition of what a digital strategist does has changed during the last decade and will continue to change.. We are going to look at the responsibilities of this profession as it stands. Quora defines a Digital Strategist as a person which identifies unmet needs, goals, opportunities and challenges of all departments and aspects of the business and finds a solution through a digital scope. But, this definition doesn't completely answer the question. Our interpretation of a digital strategist would include, the responsibilities for finding and planning new channels and platforms for a business to market on. Alongside, looking into new technologies that could improve any practices within the business.
A Digital Strategist Isn't Entirely Marketing
It is a common misunderstanding that digital strategies are part of a marketing strategy. Only focussing on the digital side. But, this is not correct. According to TechTarget, a digital strategy is a plan for maximising the business benefits of data assets and technology-focused initiatives. For a digital strategy to succeed, an alliance between the executives, marketing and IT teams must form. Basically, a Digital Strategist looks into applying new technologies into a business or business activity. Moreover, they can enable fresh digital capabilities within a business resulting in the business applying those technologies for marketing use.
Why A Digital Strategist Is Needed
Companies are implementing new technologies for marketing purposes. Businesses can gain a huge competitive advantage by introducing new digital strategies. The result of a digital strategy can open up a business' potential. Pyxl went through in detail a few reasons on why a digital strategist is needed:
- Discovering new platforms and channels that were missed.
- Reach almost everyone.
- Potential for more leads.
- Competitive Advantage
- Prepared for future opportunities.
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